The Yarniacs: A Knitting Podcast: The Yarniacs Episode 47: Clara Parkes

The perfect yarn.

Does such a thing exist? Every knitter has a favorite yarn. But every knitter knows that their perfect yarn is not perfect for every project. So we knitters tend to hold dear several favorite yarns. We have a perfect sock yarn. Or a perfect wool blend. A perfect yarn for outerwear. Sometimes even one skein of too-precious-to-use perfectly dyed yarn. (You know you have one!)

Once you have the perfect yarn though, you need an accompanying perfect project. But the perfect project is a dynamic concept--always changing and occasionally slipping away. Varying styles, colors, and seasons come into play. So the search is always on.

But we are willing to accept the challenge. The constant search for the perfect yarn, matched with the perfect project.

Who are we? Two knitting besties in search of the perfect yarn. Bring it!

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Photo credit: Knitter's Review

In this episode we chat with Clara Parkes, who shares a little bit about the Knitter's Review, her books, and her Great White Bale project. There was a lot of info to fit into our usual time, Clara is an amazing source of wooly information. I am sure we didn't touch on everything everyone is interested in and some of our discussion may leave you with more questions. If so, join into the discussion on our Ravelry group. Maybe someone else can help or point you towards more resources!

Thank-you for listening and we hope you enjoy the chat!
-Sharlene

Clara's Knitter's Review website
The Knitter's Book of Yarn
The Knitter's Book of Wool
The Knitter's Book of Socks
The Yarn Whisperer

What are we knitting?
Wintry Mix by Amy Herzog
Sea Anemone kitchen scrubbie
Hogwarts Express by Susan Ashcroft

What are we stalking?
Lipstick by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's Lipstick
Nanook by Heidi Kirrmaier
Window to My Soul by Joji Locatelli
Pumpkin Ale by Ysolda Teague

Clara's swatching process

The Great White Bale
Catskill Merino Sheep Farm